About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical FP&A Analyst with a strong foundation in accounting to join our growing finance team. This hybrid role combines financial planning and analysis with accounting expertise to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial accuracy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is comfortable working cross-functionally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes by working closely with business units and senior leadership.
- Analyze financial performance by comparing actuals vs. forecast and providing actionable insights to drive business improvement.
- Prepare and maintain complex financial models to support scenario analysis, profitability analysis, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages, including variance analysis, KPIs, and executive dashboards.
- Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting and support the monthly and quarterly close process.
- Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, capital investments, and operational improvements.
- Assist in identifying trends, risks, and opportunities through in-depth analysis of financial and operational data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Operations, HR) to support financial decision-making across the organization.
- Assist with other accounting functions and serve as back up.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, accounting, or a mix of both.
- Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles (GAAP knowledge is a plus).
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modeling and data analysis.
- Proficiency in financial software/tools such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Adaptive Insights, or similar.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
- Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in a mid-sized or enterprise-level company.
- Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Background in manufacturing is a plus.